Tobacco aphid

Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop [...] they are also capable of dispersing through the crop by walking. The tobacco aphid tends to form denser colonies, closer to the top of the plant, than the [...] from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation

Cotton aphid

Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop [...] temperature, food source and the density of the population. Large individuals (up to 1.8 mm long) are usually dark green to black, while aphids produced in o [...] from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation

Bacterial soft rot, bacterial stem rot

potato is a different subspecies. How to prevent Bacterial soft rot, bacterial stem rot Prevent high humidity Use sanitation to prevent spread within the crop [...] when plants wilt at the time of first harvest or after that. The pith disintegrates and the stem becomes hollow. Because of the bacterial growth in the [...] lesions first are small and sunken, water-soaked and light to dark brown. They are adjacent to wounds and natural openings at the stem end. Later the fruit

Early blight

occur at the side of the stem. Life cycle and appearance of Early blight From the primary infection of leaves, Alternaria solani can spread to the flowers [...] infection of the leaves. Survival can be several years, up to eight years for several Alternaria spp. Typically, Alternaria causes early blight of potato [...] dangerous in crops for seed production) and to the crown. Sporulation of Alternaria occurs at temperatures from 2-4 °C up to 28-30 °C (optimum temperatures lie

Horiver Rollertrap

thrips , leaf miners , fungus gnats. Mode of action Insect pests are attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation Polyethylene [...] width which needs to be placed 40 cm above the crop To assist with placement, insert a rod or other expedient through the center opening of the roll which [...] staples or clips. It may be necessary to secure the Rollertrap mid run to provide additional support. It is recommended to replace the Rollertrap after 10 months

Mirical

predatory bugs to get out of the carrier material Dosage The dosage of Mirical depends on climate, crop and expected pest density and should always be adjusted [...] ( Liriomyza spp . ). Crops Especially tomato (can cause damage to other plants). Mode of action Adult predatory bugs and nymphs actively search for their [...] the beginning of the growing season and provide Entofood and/or Artefeed as a food source, as the predatory bug population needs time to establish and

Predatory mites

required. Follow the recommendations of your crop consultant for the frequency of releases. Video: How to use predatory mites How many predatory mites do I need [...] The integration of predatory mites can lead to a reduction in the use of chemical pesticides, thereby lowering the ecological footprint of horticultural [...] response is required due to a pest invading your crop, enabling you to introduce a substantial number of predatory mites at once. Examples of predatory mite solutions

Angular leaf spot

most important, but also all types of vascular tissue of the crown can be infected, creating a look similar to that of a Phytophthora fragariae infection [...] and form a secondary source of infection. They are dispersed by rain, irrigation water or handling of the plants. Infection of the plants happens both passively [...] diseased or stressed plants. How to prevent Angular leaf spot Use clean propagation material and disease-free seed Remove sources of inoculum such as dead leaves

Pea blight, leaf and pod spot

water for dispersal. How to prevent Pea blight, leaf and pod spot Grow peas in arid regions Use clean seed Use a minimum crop rotation of four years with non-host [...] lesions of stems, leaves, and pods (pea leaf spot and pea pod spot). Damage symptoms Ascochyta pisi causes spots on leaves, stems and pods of peas. The [...] stem base but is not part of the foot rot syndrome in peas. Infected seeds may have brown areas. Life cycle and appearance of Pea blight, leaf and pod spot

Steinernema carpocapsae

reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other [...] a natural and environmentally friendly method of pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How to apply Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes? Nematodes [...] cone nozzle types Continuous mixing should take place to prevent nematodes sinking to the bottom of the spray tank Avoid sprayers equipped with centrifugal